Parallel Flight Technologies
CPS 40
Researched 2026-03-04
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| Published | 2026-03-04 |
| Length | 2,227 words · 9 min read |
| Sources | 14 sources cited |
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| Firefly | UAV · LIMITED |
| └─ | A Group 3 heavy-lift hybrid multirotor UAS featuring patented Parallel Hybrid Electric Multirotor (PHEM) propulsion, combining internal combustion engine with electric drivetrain. Currently being adapted for heavy-fuel (JP-5/JP-8/diesel) operations for maritime and expeditionary missions. |
| Parallel Hybrid Electric Multirotor (PHEM) | Software · LIMITED |
| └─ | Patented hybrid propulsion system architecture combining internal combustion engine with electric drivetrain, enabling extended endurance and higher payload capacity compared to battery-electric multirotors. Core technology platform underlying the Firefly UAS. |
| Visual Detection | L2 · Detection |
| Obstacle avoidance | L3 · Navigation |
| Multi-sensor fusion | L3 · Visual Detection |
| Autonomy & Software | L1 |
| Combat Support | L1 |
| Mission planning | L3 · C2 / Fleet Management |
| Logistics | L2 · Combat Support |
| Wide-area surveillance | L3 · Area Monitoring |
| Perimeter Patrol | L2 · Patrol & Surveillance |
| Autonomous route following | L3 · Perimeter Patrol |
| Detection | L1 |
| Navigation | L2 · Autonomy & Software |
| Thermal imaging | L3 · Visual Detection |
| Command and control | L3 · C2 / Fleet Management |
| Load carrying | L3 · Logistics |
| Area Monitoring | L2 · Patrol & Surveillance |
| Persistent ISR | L3 · Area Monitoring |
| Patrol & Surveillance | L1 |
| C2 / Fleet Management | L2 · Autonomy & Software |